If you are considering lining the plumbing pipes of your Chicago building with an epoxy coating or resin, you may be concerned about the safety of the resin lining as it applies to chemicals leaching into your drinking water, specifically BPA. Epoxy resins, including coatings and epoxy lining materials, have been rigorously tested and approved for use on potable water lines and drain lines.
Are you worried about corrosion in your plumbing pipes? Corrosion occurs due to a variety of factors, including acidic water, sitting water and extremely high water pressure. It is important to understand that corrosion most commonly occurs in metal pipes, including copper, galvanized steel, cast iron and brass. Lining metal plumbing pipes with epoxy coatings and liners can prevent future corrosion.
Have you completed fall building maintenance for your plumbing system? When it comes to keeping your Chicago building potable water pipes and drain lines running reliably and efficiently all winter, you can’t go wrong with a comprehensive plumbing maintenance checklist.